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They have an order or society among them, which, Mr Pond thinks, bears a strong resemblance to Free Masonry. But the very commencement of this description of it, shews at once that there is a radical difference.

This order is composed of both men & women. None but the initiated are acquainted with its secret mysteries. None can become members without paying a high price for admission. After being initiated, the new member is presented with the medicine bags containing medicine which is supposed to possess magical powers. This is preserved with the greatest care. They are instructed in the use of medicines, (whence the name, I presume,) and also in the art of magic; and further, are taught the mysteries of idolatrous worship. This, medicine, witchcraft, and religion are connected, - forming one system; - this system constitutes the basis of the most honorable, respected and privileged order or caste among them. The members of this order pretend to be more strict in the morals than others; but this is not made evident from their general conduct. When one is sick, his friends send for a medicine man to heal him; but the man of triple science will